No. 13,167 in German
ansetzt
"Ansetzt" means "applies," "starts," or "attaches," depending on context.
In a sentence
Der Maler setzt den Pinsel an die Leinwand an.
The painter places the brush on the canvas.
In this sentence, 'ansetzt' is used to describe the action of placing or beginning something, in this case, starting to paint by placing the brush on the canvas.
Die Musikerin setzt die Melodie an.
The musician initiates the melody.
Here, 'ansetzt' means to start or initiate something, referring to the musician beginning to play the melody.
Der Techniker setzt neue Sensoren an das Gerät an.
The technician attaches new sensors to the device.
In this example, 'ansetzt' is used to convey the action of affixing or setting up new components, showing a connection or start of integration with the device.
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